The client wanted to transform a high-traffic school corridor into an immersive experience that better reflected Partnership Magnet Elementary's identity and culture. As one of the first spaces students, staff, and visiting families encounter, the mural creates an energetic sense of arrival while celebrating the school's "Small School, Big City" spirit. Through bold color, movement, and school-inspired iconography, the hallway has become a welcoming environment that reinforces school pride and leaves a lasting first impression.

The town commissioned me to create a design that was uniquely Holly Springs that would transform a once mundane wall into a memorable moment for community members. As a kick off to their 150 anniversary celebration, this project is the first ever Town of Holly Springs commissioned project and the energy it brings to the downtown community is undeniable.

This storm drain mural project began as part of an open call from Chapel Hill Community Arts & Culture in collaboration with Chapel Hill Stormwater Management inviting Triangle-based artists to transform prominent sidewalk storm drains into vibrant, environmentally themed public artworks.

This client came to me with a challenge: To transform an exterior patio fence into an energized, memorable experience. Durability is key, as the site sits at the top of a hill along a fence and takes the full force of North Carolina’s ever-changing weather.

Instead of forcing a traditional approach, we collaborated on a solution that actually fit their needs: Bold color, dynamic geometry, and a celebration of Raleigh’s downtown energy.

This project was a perfect fit from the beginning — uniting my love of fitness, positive mantras, and (of course) transforming once mundane spaces into memorable experiences for our community. This may be my smallest “mural” project to date but honestly it is one of my favorites!

This design was selected as part of the City of Raleigh, Public Art on Signal Boxes Project. Digitially printed and adhered to the metal panels of this outdoor signal box, this project was installed in downtown Raleigh during the Summer of 2025 with a handful of other fetured artists.

Signal boxes are located at intersections and control traffic lights. The boxes are integral to the flow of cars and pedestrians throughout the city, but their plain metal exteriors often leave them hidden in plain sight…until now!

Download your FREE PDF Gift Guide below and give the gift of colorful art that your loved ones will cherish for years to come! With original art and art products starting at just $5, use this guide to discover colorful pieces that your loved ones will not find anywhere else.

FRESH is a celebration of NC artists. With a new twist on our biennial fundraiser, FRESH not only includes both an open and a juried exhibition, but also live music as part of FRESH Sounds, FRESH Perspectives with panel discussions, roundtables, artist talks, and more, as well as programming for families with Artspace’s FRESH Family Day.

I am BEYOND excited to share that J Sanders Sudio original paintings are now available at Trig Modern! Trig Modern, based in Raleigh, NC, is your go-to destination for mid-century modern furniture, dedicated to curating timeless designs that transform living spaces with sophistication and style.

The hallways of Chapel Hill Library just got a little bit brighter with the bold colors and geometric lines of J. Sanders Studio paintings! Transforming the mundane moment of walking down a long hallway into a memorable experience for library visitors, this collection includes pieces from the Sunrise Series.

The hallways of Duke Hospital just got a little bit brighter with the bold colors and geometric lines of J. Sanders Studio paintings! Transforming the mundane moment of walking down a long hallway into a memorable experience for hospital workers and visitors, this collection includes pieces from the Sunrise Series.

This design was selected as part of the Artsplosure & Live It Up! Hillsborough Street Bus Shelter Beautification Project. Digitially printed and adhered to the glass panels of outdoor bus stops thoughout Raleigh, this project was scheduled to be installed during the Summer of 2022 but was post poned due to needed repairs to the site.

Located near the Skate Park, right off of Capital Blvd, this once white wall was transformed into a geometric circuit of shapes and colors. Following my mural at Sk8Park Raleigh and seeing how my design activated the space, Kings Auto approached me about transforming their once overlooked space into a destination and memorable moment for Raleigh commuters on Capital Blvd.

The 12 x 12 Member Showcase at Artspace celebrates the creativity of the incredible artist community here in North Carolina, AND it's a unique opportunity to add affordable works of original art to your collection or to give as a special gift this holiday season.

The creative process is different for every artist. So what happens when a piece in progress is taken away from one artist and given to another to “finish”?

This question is explored in Artspace’s exhibition “Remix”, featuring collaborative artwork from artspace’s tenant artists.

Artist and podcaster Jackie Sanders invite listeners into a world where art is celebrated, artists are empowered, and meaningful conversations flourish. Through the "Casual Nonsense" podcast, she delves into the challenges faced by artists, the impact of their work, and the vibrant art scene of Raleigh, North Carolina.

With her warm and engaging personality, Jackie creates a safe space for artists to share their stories and insights while reminding listeners of the immense value of art in our lives. Whether you're an artist looking for inspiration or an art enthusiast wanting to support the creative community, this podcast is sure to captivate and uplift you.

CanvasRebel approached me in the Summer of 2023 wanting to share my story, business, and creative journey with their readers.

Primarily covering my new creative porject, the Jackie Sanders Micro-Gallery, this article also unpacks my mission is to transform life’s mundane moments into memorable experiences and help people slow down to become more present to the moment that they are in.

The Artspace Studio Artist Showcase features work by my fellow talented Artspace residents. Our work ranges in style, medium, and subject which highlights the diversity of voices prevelant in our community.

Thank you Matt Miller at the “You’re Still Doing That?” Podcast for the fun conversation, reflecting back on my childhood creative interest and how it has transformed my relationship to the world today as an adult. This episode is now live and available on all major podcast streaming platforms!

As one of my favorite shops in Raleigh, I am BEYOND excited to share that J Sanders Sudio Color Catchers are now available for sale at Deco Raleigh! Highlighting the best local and independent brands, Deco Raleigh has a variety of products ranging from home decor and art prints, to candles, clothes, and gifts for any occasion.